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Borago (Boraginaceae) 3:490
Borago officinalis (Borage) is a common weed that is also commonly grown domestically. Its blue flowers superficially resemble Solanum flowers in general shape and the way that the anthers are appressed to the style. However, the ovaries of Solanum are completely fused, whereas Borago has four separate carpels (see picture) The plant is a robust herb covered in stiff hairs, giving the plant a distinctly rough texture. The leaves are 4-20cm long and 2-7 cm wide.
 
 

 
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